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201728 minGdocumentary

Tauromachy

201728 minGdocumentary

Filmed over three years in Spain, the 28-minute documentary presents the perspective of bulls in the bullfighting arena.

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Filmed over three years in Spain, the 28-minute documentary presents the perspective of bulls in the bullfighting arena.

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Jaime Alekosdirector

Jaime Alekoswriter

Jaime Alekoscast

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Bullfighting arenas in Spain become the focus over three years. The film follows the experience of the bull as a conscious being. It documents the effects of bullfighting on the animals involved. The narrative captures the moments leading up to the fights and their aftermath. The film runs for 28 minutes and presents a perspective on bullfighting rarely seen in mainstream discussions.

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